The Bronx is “certainly a place that is on Brian's radar," his agent, B.B. Abbott, told the New York Daily News . "How could it not be? You've got an historic franchise and a great park, knowledgeable fans and a chance to win, which is what every guy plays the game for. From Brian's standpoint, it would be an attractive place to listen to.”

As for the newly crowned World Series champs: “Certainly Boston is a city that Brian likes, and he has always respected the organization and the front office,” Abbott, told the Boston Herald . “Obviously, the coaching staff and clubhouse unity is attractive. He has also always been fascinated with the fan base, their support of the Red Sox and the history of the organization. Boston would certainly be a place that would be a consideration for Brian.”

The Yankees are in need of a catcher who can hit. New York backstops batted just .213/.289/.298 in 2013, all figures among the worst in baseball. McCann, a seven-time All-Star, hit .256/.336/.461.

Abbott would not say whether the Bombers have contacted his client, but he said: “What team do you know out there that doesn't want left-handed power behind the plate from someone who can really handle the pitching staff?

The Red Sox did not extend a qualifying offer to free agent catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia on Monday, making it possible he will end up signing elsewhere. If he does, McCann could be an option. Abbot did not say whether Boston has contacted McCann.